1989 Renault 21 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 21 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
